Author Blog & Book Store
Budget: $2 – $8 USD
I need a clean, engaging blog that doubles as a direct sales channel for my books. While the site will read and navigate like a typical author’s blog, every page must encourage visitors to explore my titles and ultimately purchase.
Core requirements
• Blog engine where I can post articles, news and book-related updates.
• Integrated online store with a secure payment gateway (Stripe or PayPal preferred) so readers can buy instantly.
• Dedicated book pages that offer previews or sample chapters.
• Customer-generated review section tied to each title to build social proof.
Design & tech notes
The look should feel like an author’s personal corner of the web: minimal, mobile-first and distraction-free, with bold calls-to-action that funnel readers toward the storefront. I’m comfortable using WordPress + WooCommerce, Ghost with Snipcart, or another lightweight CMS/e-commerce combo—choose whichever stack lets me manage posts and inventory without touching code.
Please include:
• A homepage mock-up that shows the latest posts alongside featured books.
• All store, preview and review functionality fully configured on a staging URL for acceptance testing.
• A quick Loom or written guide so I can add new books, edit samples and moderate reviews on my own.
When you respond, let me know which CMS / theme combo you’d use and how long you’ll need to deliver the live site once content is in hand.
Core requirements
• Blog engine where I can post articles, news and book-related updates.
• Integrated online store with a secure payment gateway (Stripe or PayPal preferred) so readers can buy instantly.
• Dedicated book pages that offer previews or sample chapters.
• Customer-generated review section tied to each title to build social proof.
Design & tech notes
The look should feel like an author’s personal corner of the web: minimal, mobile-first and distraction-free, with bold calls-to-action that funnel readers toward the storefront. I’m comfortable using WordPress + WooCommerce, Ghost with Snipcart, or another lightweight CMS/e-commerce combo—choose whichever stack lets me manage posts and inventory without touching code.
Please include:
• A homepage mock-up that shows the latest posts alongside featured books.
• All store, preview and review functionality fully configured on a staging URL for acceptance testing.
• A quick Loom or written guide so I can add new books, edit samples and moderate reviews on my own.
When you respond, let me know which CMS / theme combo you’d use and how long you’ll need to deliver the live site once content is in hand.